Skip to main content

Author: creativemouse

The Coder, Mindmatics Sign MOU for Stamping Tech

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by The Korean Daily.

News Source: The Korea Daily


South Korean IT solutions company The Coder signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Malaysia’s Mindmatics on the 11th. Through this agreement, the two companies will integrate The Coder’s innovative DOT (Data on Things) technology with Mindmatics’ expertise to develop customized stamping solutions for the Malaysian market over the next ten years.

Mindmatics, established in 2001, is a Malaysian IT solutions and electronic products supplier providing comprehensive technology solutions, including sensors, communications, and command center solutions. The company specializes in offering localized innovative solutions to meet modern requirements of ‘Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Targeting (C4|SRT)’. Mindmatics has also gained attention for its defense technologies, such as the Helang VTOL drone and TODAK missile.

Hangwoon Park, CEO of The Coder, stated, “We are delighted to provide customized solutions to the Malaysian market through this agreement. We will continue to collaborate with various countries to actively expand into the global market and showcase our innovative technology.”

This agreement marks a significant step for The Coder to strengthen its presence in the Malaysian market and expand its technology worldwide. Currently, The Coder is receiving numerous inquiries from various countries about implementing its solutions in various industries such as customs, authentication, security, and supply chain tracking.

Founded in 2016, The Coder is an IT solutions company specializing in security technology. The Coder’s DOT (Data on Things) technology encodes invisible codes onto various physical materials to prevent forgery, provide authentication, and deliver various digital contents. This innovative technology has already impressed many through demonstrations at CES 2024, Singapore ATXSG CommunicAsia, and London EMEA Security 2024.

(park.wonjun.ja@gmail.com)

#TECH: Showcase of cutting-edge defence technologies

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by New Straits Times.

News Source: New Straits Times

AT the recently concluded Defence Services Asia (DSA) and National Security Asia (Natsec) 2024 exhibitions, cutting-edge technologies took centre stage with local and foreign firms; showcasing innovative solutions for border security enhancement.

From advanced surveillance systems to unmanned aerial systems (UASs), a diverse range of technologies was on display, offering unprecedented capabilities to detect, deter and respond to security-related matters at the nation’s borders.

LOCAL INNOVATION

Among the technologies displayed was the Perepheriq spherical perimeter protection system developed by local defence firm, Mindmatics.

Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), the system is developed for facility protection and can be effectively used to guard the perimeter of sterile areas in prisons, air and sea ports, critical power and energy infrastructure, private property, and most importantly, border control.

Mindmatics said air and ground threats were detected using active radar technology long before they cross the protected perimeter.

“The new concept of security system provides early warning and detection without the need for a physical guard tower as the threats are detected up to the virtual perimeter line.”

It added that high protection reliability and integrity from the surveillance system were achieved through the use of AI controllers with neural network algorithms, which are able to distinguish between humans, ground vehicles and boats.

“Using AI, the controller combines all the components of the Peripheriq system into one system that guarantees optical confirmation of detected threats based on near-instant video and infrared image analysis by neural networks algorithms.”

Essentially speaking, the Peripheriq system’s AI can optically identify and detect its intended targets using image analysis algorithms.

Another local defence company, Nizra Industries, showcased the AR 5 — a medium altitude, medium endurance unmanned UAS capable of performing missions such as search and rescue, maritime patrol and maritime surveillance.

Its chief executive officer Nik Iruwan Nik Izani said the AR 5’s additional capabilities include fisheries inspection, pollution monitoring and communications relay.

He added that the AR5 UAS, equipped with optical and infrared cameras, a maritime radar, an automatic identification system (AIS) receiver, and an emergency position-indicating radio beacon antenna could assist border security authorities in their surveillance operations.

“The AR 5, powered by artificial intelligence can rely on its on board sensor suites to detect vessels or humans on water.

“It also can deliver real-time high precision video, imagery and sensor data back to its command centre with its high speed beyond line-of-sight satellite communications.”

He added that the AR 5 has seen action with authorities in Europe.

FOREIGN TECH

Over on the international side, Czech Republic-based defence firm Prolab Engineering showcased its Inquisithor UAS and Hector unmanned ground vehicle (UGV).

Its executive officer Professor David Herak said the Inquisithor UAS could carry a whole host of payloads, from munitions, medical kits and hazardous material detection devices.

“It can also carry imaging devices such as infrared cameras and hyperspectral cameras — the latter being a camera that can scan an object and determine what materials make up that object.

“While the Hector UGV is a multipurpose intelligent crawler robot, able to perform logistical tasks, agriculture and even firefighting.”

Herak added that Hector could be an essential addition to any government authorities as the UGV is autonomous, taking advantage of AI technologies.

“It comes equipped with 360° light detection and ranging (Lidar) sensors to skillfully avoid obstacles and an artificial intelligence guidance system which can track human bodies as means of autonomous operation.”

Read Here

DSA 2024: Mindmatics dari Malaysia luncurkan drone kamikaze lokal bernama TODAK

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by Airspace Review.

News Sources: Airspace Review

Di antara beberapa alutsista lokal yang dipamerkan dalam DSA 2024 di Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, adalah TODAK. Ini adalah drone kamikaze atau amunisi berkeliaran yang dikembangkan oleh Mindmatics Sdn. Bhd.

Drone ini dikabarkan tengah dalam pengembangan, ditargetkan enam bulan ke depan akan selesai dan dapat diuji coba.

TODAK dibekali kecerdasan buatan (AI) untuk mendeteksi target dan menyesuaikan penerbangannya.

Selain itu, kendali manusia juga dimungkinkan melalui perangkat yang mampu mengendalikan beberapa drone ini sekaligus.

Diluncurkan dengan ketapel, TODAK hanya memerlukan waktu persiapan kurang dari 15 menit.
Drone mampu beroperasi dalam radius 40 km dengan kecepatan manuver 100 km/jam, berkeliaran di udara maksimum 40 menit dengan ketinggian terbang hingga 6.000 m.

TODAK membawa muatan bahan peledak penusuk lapis baja seberat 3 kg. Saat mendekati target, Drone menukik tajam dan meluncur dengan kecepatan 170 km/jam.

Untuk dimensinya, TODAK berukuran relatif kecil, dengan panjang 200 cm, lebar dengan sayap 135 cm, dan diameter 18 cm.

Drone ini ditenagai oleh motor listrik (baterai Li-ion 25.2V) yang bersuara senyap, menjadikan kehadiran TODAK sulit dikenali lawan. -RBS-

Read Here

DSA 2024 : Malaysia Firms Mindmatics unveils first loitering munition called TODAK

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by Army Recognition.

News Source: Army Recognition

Mindmatics Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysia-based company specializing in personal care services. Founded on November 2, 2001, and headquartered in Kajang, Selangor, the company has also ventured into defense technology alongside its medical technology development activities, facing financial challenges. This was demonstrated by its presentation of the Helang VTOL drone at the Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2022 exhibition. This drone is designed for surveillance missions and has been deployed by the Eastern Sabah Security Command for border surveillance missions, and now for the introduction of the TODAK loitering munition.

The TODAK loitering munition is described as carrying AI to detect targets and adjust its flight accordingly. Additionally, human control is possible through a device capable of controlling multiple loitering munitions. Launched by a catapult, TODAK is announced to have a setup time of less than 15 minutes. Capable of operating within a radius of 40 km at a maneuvering speed of 100 km/h, the munition carries a 3 kg armor-piercing explosive charge, which it launches at a speed of 170 km/h before impact. The TODAK munition can loiter for more than 40 minutes at a maximum altitude of 20,000 feet (6,000 meters). Relatively small in size (2000x1350x180mm) and powered by an electric motor (Li-ion battery 25.2V), its discretion and high altitude enable significant stealth.

Today, loitering munitions are an indispensable tool in combat operations. As vehicles have become essential for moving units over long distances, loitering munitions that combine autonomy and endurance enable strikes on vehicles that cripple an enemy’s operational capabilities. Several other nations are researching and developing loitering munitions or kamikaze drone programs.

CAMAR’s Comprehensive, Reliable, Solution with Precision, Efficiency 

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by Asian Defence Journal.

News Source: Asian Defence Journal

CAMAR, a navigation monitoring and control system, stands as a meticulously engineered solution tailored to serve a multitude of purposes across various domains Its design is characterized by robustness, scalability and adaptability, ensuring its efficacy across different scenarios and environments. 

At its core lies a multi-layered architecture with FMCW technology approach that provides unparalleled versatility and effectiveness, allowing it to seamlessly integrate into diverse operational frameworks. 

Whether utilized for maritime navigation or coastal monitoring, CAMAR delivers a comprehensive and reliable solution that meets the evolving needs of its users with precision and efficiency.

Produced in Malaysia by local firm Mindmatics, which provides a comprehensive range of solutions in IT, computing and electronics, its key features include GUI-Enabled Status Acquisition and Control, Automatic Measurement of Coordinates, Long Duration Operation, Multi-Sensor Integration for a comprehensive and multisensor approach to target tracking and identification, Database Storage for Future Comparisons, Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) through low transmitter power, Digitization of Analog Radar Signals, Simple installation, single power and network cable connection and sector scan. 

The unmanned radar uses a system of Frequency Modulation Continuous Wave (FMCW) Low Probability of Intercept (LPT) Radar with a frequency of X-Band (9400 MHz + 40 MHz) FM, where it can detect a 360-degree in azimuth up to 30km (16NM) of distance with a peak power transmit of 10 watts.

Continue reading

DSA: Malaysian-made ‘kamikaze’ Drone Set To Strike

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by BERNAMA English.

News Source: BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) — The first locally manufactured ‘Kamikaze’ loitering munition drone, a pioneering creation by Malaysian company Mindmatics, is poised to engage targets commercially.

Named Todak, this innovative drone took one year to be developed and is currently undergoing further research and development, expected to be completed within the next six months.

Unveiling the drone at the Defence Services Asia (DSA) and National Security (NATSEC) Asia 2024, here, project manager Azman Ahmad said the drone is meant to precisely strike and destroy intended targets.

“Previously we developed surveillance drones, but we have now moved towards Kamikaze drones for specific objectives and purposes.

“There are a few agencies interested in this product, and we see a potential market among local and regional enforcement agencies,” he told Bernama at the Mindmatics booth.

Designed for intelligent munitions in the defence sector, the drone boasts an in-house developed Artificial Intelligence control algorithm, complemented by a handheld Fire Control Unit.

Azman emphasised that the drone, fueled by a 25.5V solid-state lithium-ion battery, offers an operational time of up to 40 minutes and possesses the capability to autonomously fly and engage both fixed and moving targets without the need for surveillance input.

Based in Kajang, Selangor, with almost 20 years of experience, Mindmatics specialises in providing a comprehensive range of solutions in information technology, computing, and electronics.

–BERNAMA

Dron ‘kamikaze’ buatan Malaysia bakal dikomersialkan

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by myMetro.

News Source: myMetro

Kuala Lumpur: Dron amunisi musnah sendiri atau ‘kamikaze’ buatan Malaysia pertama, ciptaan yang dirintis oleh syarikat tempatan Mindmatics bakal dikomersialkan tidak lama lagi.

Dinamakan sebagai ‘Todak’, dron inovatif itu mengambil masa setahun untuk dibangunkan dan kini masih dalam proses kajian dan pembangunan lebih lanjut yang dijangka selesai enam bulan lagi.

Memperkenalkan senjata itu pada pameran Perkhidmatan Pertahanan Asia (DSA) dan Keselamatan Kebangsaan (NATSEC) Asia 2024 di sini, Pengurus Projek Azman Ahmad berkata, dron itu berfungsi untuk menyerang dengan tepat bagi memusnahkan sasaran yang dikehendaki.

“Sebelum ini kami telah membangunkan dron pemantauan tetapi kali ini kami maju selangkah lagi dengan dron kamikaze untuk objektif dan tujuan khusus.

Terdapat beberapa agensi yang menunjukkan minat dengan produk ini dan kami melihat ada potensi pasaran dalam kalangan agensi penguatkuasaan tempatan dan wilayah,” katanya kepada Bernama di reruai Mindmatics pada pameran yang berlangsung di Pusat Perdagangan dan Pameran Antarabangsa (MITEC) di sini.

Direka bentuk sebagai amunisi risikan dalam industri pertahanan, dron itu dilengkapi dengan algoritma kawalan Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) berserta Unit Kawalan Api (FCU) bersaiz kecil.Menurut Azman, dron itu dikuasakan dengan bateri litium-besi pepejal 25.5 Voltan dengan masa operasi hingga 40 minit serta berkeupayaan untuk terbang dan menyerang sasaran pegun atau bergerak tanpa memerlukan input pemantauan.

“Todak berukuran dua meter (m) panjang dengan kelebaran sayap 1.35 meter dan berat pelepasan maksimum 12 kilogram (kg). Ia mampu membawa beban seberat 3 kg dan mencapai kelajuan 100 kilometer sejam dengan kaedah pelancaran menggunakan lastik (catapult),” katanya.

Mindmatics yang berpusat di Kajang, Selangor, mempunyai lebih 20 tahun pengalaman, mengkhususkan pada menyediakan penyelesaian komprehensif dalam teknologi maklumat, pengkomputeran dan elektronik.

‘Todak’ – dron ‘kamikaze’ buatan pertama Malaysia, berfungsi serang tepat musnahkan sasaran

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by Berita Harian.

News Source: Berita Harian

KUALA LUMPUR: Dron amunisi musnah sendiri atau ‘kamikaze’ buatan pertama Malaysia yang juga ciptaan dirintis syarikat tempatan Mindmatics, bakal dikomersialkan tidak lama lagi.

Dinamakan sebagai ‘Todak’, dron inovatif itu mengambil masa setahun untuk dibangunkan dan kini masih dalam proses kajian dan pembangunan lebih lanjut yang dijangka selesai enam bulan lagi.

Memperkenalkan senjata itu pada pameran Perkhidmatan Pertahanan Asia (DSA) dan Keselamatan Kebangsaan (NATSEC) Asia 2024, di sini, Pengurus Projek Azman Ahmad, berkata dron terbabit berfungsi menyerang dengan tepat untuk memusnahkan sasaran yang dikehendaki.

“Sebelum ini, kami telah membangunkan dron pemantauan tetapi kali ini, kami maju selangkah lagi dengan dron ‘kamikaze’ untuk objektif dan tujuan khusus.

“Terdapat beberapa agensi menunjukkan minat terhadap produk ini, dan kami melihat ada potensi pasaran dalam kalangan agensi penguat kuasa tempatan serta wilayah,” katanya kepada Bernama di reruai Mindmatics pada pameran itu yang berlangsung di Pusat Perdagangan dan Pameran Antarabangsa (MITEC), di sini.

‘Todak’ yang direka bentuk sebagai amunisi risikan dalam industri pertahanan, turut dilengkapi algoritma kawalan Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) serta Unit Kawalan Api (FCU) bersaiz kecil.

Azman berkata, dron itu dikuasakan dengan bateri litium-besi pepejal 25.5 voltan dengan masa operasi hingga 40 minit, selain berupaya terbang serta menyerang sasaran pegun atau bergerak tanpa memerlukan input pemantauan.

“‘Todak’ berukuran dua meter (m) panjang dengan kelebaran sayap 1.35m dan berat pelepasan maksimum 12 kilogram (kg). Ia mampu membawa beban seberat 3kg dan mencapai kelajuan 100 kilometer sejam dengan kaedah pelancaran menggunakan lastik (catapult),” katanya. – BERNAMA

Winner of Muhammad Amin FCS Tender Revealed

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by Malaysian Defence.

News Source: Malaysian Defence

SHAH ALAM: Mindmatics Sdn Bhd was awarded the Letter of Award for the tender to supply, deliver, install, integration and commissioning of a Fire Control System for KD Laksamana Muhammad Amin. Checks with the Eperolehan confirmed the LOA to Mindmatics.

The tender for the FCS was published in November, last year. Muhammad Amin – pennant number 136 – is undergoing a refit at the Grade One Marine Shipyard in Lumut. She is undergoing the refit as part of the RMN’s Obsolescence Programme where her machineries and engines replaced with new ones.

Malaysian Defence described the corvette refit as OP Plus as she is also getting a new hull as part of the work. She is also getting a new Fire Control System (FCS) to enable her to fully utilised her 76mm main gun (forward) and twin 40mm gun, aft. RMN estimated the cost of the FCS and services (lump sum) is RM14 million. The specifications called for the FCS and its associated work to be conducted by a local company using only local workers. The winning bidder will also have to grant the Intellectual Property rights of the FCS to the government

Met at Mindmatics showcase at DSA 2024 on May 7, its Client Solutions Manager Ezrul Hakim Husni Tamrin said RM12 million was its LOA. He explained work to install the FCS and its associated equipment will start soon and is expected to be completed in twenty-four months.
Mindmatics selected the Australian manufactured Trakka Systems – TC-300M – multi sensor maritime surveillance system as the eletro-optical turrets for its FCS to be installed on Muhammad Amin. The company also developed its own FCS for the tender.

Mindmatics described its FCS:

as Combined Naval Tactical Command System 1 (CONTACS 1) is an integration of software and hardware components designed to bolster a ship’s combat capabilities within the context of its specific mission. The main capabilities encompass combat execution and mission management tasks. These tasks include situation awareness, track management, threat detection and response, and mission planning preparation. Other capabilities include support for elements of Anti Surface Warfare (ASUW), Naval Gunfire Support (NGS), and Electronic Warfare (EW), as well as navigation support, helicopter recovery, and training.

Mindmatics has a long track record in the defence industry as it supplied the Army with electronic warfare capability since 2008 and was awarded maintenance contracts since then. In 2022 it won the contract to supply 1,000 Harris tactical radios.
It also won the Command Control Platform (CCP) tender published in September/October 2020 with an LOA of RM17.7 million. The four CCP platforms – fitted on a demountable cabin with the associated equipment are now operational with the Western Field Command, First, Second and Third divisions.

Mindmatics is also offering software and hardware solutions to the Armed Forces to meet future requirements.

— Malaysian Defence

Special Interview With MINDMATICS’ Dr Abd Rahim Mat Sidek

Written by creativemouse on . Posted in News & Media, Published by Asian Defence Journal.

News Source: Asian Defence Journal

Special Interview With MINDMATICS’ Dr Abd Rahim Mat Sidek

The Malaysian company, which provides comprehensive range of solutions in IT, computing and electronics. ADJ Today held a special interview with its technical operations and projects manager Dr Abd Rahim Mat Sidek, at the DSA & Natsec2024.

ADJ: With growing concerns about maritime security in Southeast Asia, what specific solutions does your company offer to enhance Territory Domain Awareness (MDA) for countries in the region?

AR: In recent years we have seen a lot of military build-up in the South China Sea. Those activities can be focused on three main regions which are the Spratlys, the Paracels and the Scarborough. Those three areas can be described as “The Big Three” areas in which potential conflict flashpoints would likely occur between all the disputed parties including Malaysia. Involvement of forces such as China, US and all other Southeast Asia (SEA) countries has increased in recent years. Thus, it is important for us to have “eyes” in those particular areas in order for us to respond to any incoming threats on our territorial sovereignty and also economic interest in the area. Mindmatics offers a wide solution with regards to the early warning systems, by introducing a long-range surveillance radar for early detection and monitoring of all forces loitering in the region. The monitoring can also be done passively by applying the equipment with COMINT, ELINT and SIGINT-capability equipment, to gather intel on all the forces operating in the region.

ADJ: Effective MDA often requires integrating data from multiple sources. How do your solutions ensure seamless integration with existing territorial security?

 AR: Seamless Integration is possible if all the agencies are willing to disclose all the protocols of their own agency communication system. The development of our defence solution with regards to the communication and data-sharing were developed by upholding the concept as per lined up in the Malaysian Defence White Paper 2020, Chapter 4 – Commonality of doctrines, procedures, systems and equipment is very important to achieve interoperability between the three services of the MAF and also between the agencies that would increase efficiency during joint or combined operations and minimise cost. Our systems were designed in an open architecture concept that will adapt to all the existing MAF and all other National Agencies’ equipment and assets.

ADJ: How do you integrate infrastructure and facilitate information-sharing between different agencies?

AR: Mindmatics has always emphasised an open architecture design in all of its equipment to be able to integrate with all other gadgets, equipment, systems and assets from other agencies. Information­sharing is the key agenda in our design and thus it will provide a hug􀀛 advantage to our clients in terms of integration with respect to the information-sharing between the existing and future systems.

ADJ: From piracy and terrorism to illegal fishing and trafficking, maritime threats are diverse. Can you elaborate on how your MDA solutions can be customised to address the specific challenges faced by countries in this region?

AR: Piracy and terrorism operates in a different spectrum rather than conventional military forces. Thus a certain method needs to be implemented in order to deal with these types of threats. Mindmatics and the Malaysian Armed Forces have been together in this field since 2019 with the ESSCOM establishment. Our GSM Radar Locator has played a vital role to ensure our sea passages in the vicinity of Lahad Datu (Sabah) are free from any intrusion.

ADJ: New sensor technologies like drones and Al-powered surveillance systems are playing an increasingly important role in MDA. Does your company offer solutions that incorporate these advanced technologies, and if so, how do they improve situational awareness?

AR: The combination of Cyber Operations with Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities forms up the Cyber Electromagnetic Activities (GEMA) efforts to protect Critical National Information Infrastructures (CNII). EW is a promising countermeasure element in combating drones of all sizes and mission profiles. Defence can be carried out through EW to disrupt the navigational system, comm_unication, fuses and weapon trigger functions, and may potentially take over the control of drones.

Mindmatic offers a combination of sensors, weapons and Al technology. Potentially, Al will increase the efficiency of the computation time and would shorten the time taken for a warfare commander to make a final decision on how to affect a certain situation.

ADJ: Budgetary constraints are a reality for many countries. Can you discuss how your MDA solutions are designed to be cost­effective, offering high value without placing an undue burden on national resources?

AR: The development of our solutions are mostly done in-house by local expertise thus it contributes to less production cost in terms of manpower, setting to work and also spares.

Continue reading